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# 5065 Large Dogon Door With Crocodiles/Birds Mali African 72"H
# 5065 Large Dogon Door With Crocodiles/Birds Mali African 72"H
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Superb hand carved wood
Dogon Door with crocodiles, Figures / Birds in high relief etc.. Mali African
measures : 69.25 " h and 72" H with the hinge by 28.5" w by 2" D
This stunning door has a number of human figures carved in relief including pointed breasts strongly framed along the edges and middle.
Most Dogon carvings of humans refer to primordial ancestors known as Nommo who brought humankind to earth and who were the first farmers and blacksmiths.
Figures dance across the surface in reflection of Dogon celebrating the idea of life and nourishment and to honor the ancestors
